Best Foam Nozzle | Car Wash | Expanding Foam Nozzle

Since foam will be produced over a wide area, the spray used to dampen it will need to cover that area uniformly. It is recommended to use spray patterns that create a full cone. This spray pattern sacrifices some force, but most foam doesn’t need a heavy blow to knock it back, so it’s not usually an issue. Because foam may spread over a broad area, a spray designed to eliminate it must have sufficient range. The broad spray angle nozzles available from SNP are ideal for this task. However, the effect is diminished even more by increasing the spray angle. However, when working with fast-forming, dense foams, the lesser effect of wide-angle spray nozzles is something to keep in mind.

Nozzle selection

Because they can generate a complete cone spray pattern with a spray angle of up to 170 degrees, the TF series of spiral nozzles are often used for foam management. As a result, even if overhead space is restricted, a single nozzle may treat a vast area directly below it. Nozzles in the MP and MPL series also tend to be well-liked. They have a wider spray cone than spiral nozzles and can spray at angles of up to 120 degrees. As a result, the foam is thrown back at a more consistent rate.

This includes connectors for both the store’s own brand washers and the widely used Kärcher K series washers like the one we tested with. A fan nozzle is carefully included by Halfords and connects with a quick-release adapter. In addition to transforming the regular lance into a hybrid lance/trigger gun, this feature makes switching between foam application and rinsing a breeze. Foam delivery was on par with the Hydro, but it lost points for having a small neck and an unstable base.

BigBoi Snow Foam Cannon 5 Way

There are five different spray patterns available from the huge head, thus the name “5 Way.” These are horizontal, vertical, inclined down, cone, and jet. Smooth navigation via the menus and top-notch fine-foam and distribution coverage are guaranteed. The millilitre and ounce scales were easy to see, and the broad neck base was great for holding the lance. PTFE tape is also included in the package. Pricey, but worthwhile.

Ultimate Finish Foam Cannon

Ultimate Finish seems to have cobbled together the components for their own brand of lance by purchasing them from other manufacturers. BigBoi’s (up top) product comes in a box with a similar design, but the lance is exclusive to Angelwax (below). You may appreciate the written scale on the bottle, even if it only measures up to 700 ml, if you have trouble with tiny numbers. This cannon produced a passable foam, but it went through the mixture more quickly than the others.

Meguiar’s Ultimate Snow Foam Cannon Kit

This was our top option in a smaller test we conducted in 2020, but it now falls well short of the competition. Although the lance alone and seems to be somewhat pricey, the 946ml of foam included in the package brings the total to just. There is also PTFE tape and metal adaptors for Kärcher, Bosch, and Nilfisk washers in the package. The engraved scale on the bottle is nice, but the bottle’s short neck and opening make it difficult to use.

Autobrite Direct Foam Lance

Comparable to the Meguiar’s (above), this seems expensive until you consider that it also contains a 500ml bottle of Magifoam. This lowers the cost of the lance down to a more reasonable £32, while the foam is available for an additional £5, thereby nullifying the savings. The lance is comfortable to use, the Kärcher adapter is metal, and the bottle is broad; nevertheless, the bottle’s neck is thin, and the scale is difficult to see. The foam wasn’t quite as nice as the top four, but it was still solid, even though the lance had trouble keeping its delivery thick when we dialled down the power.

Angelwax Blizzard

The Autoglym Polar Blaster we tested in 2020 looks almost identical to this, down to the livery, and offers the same benefits. The large reservoir base and wide opening made for easy filling, but the lack of measurement markings meant that the solution had to be mixed elsewhere and then poured in. The handling was satisfying, and the foam was on par with that of competitors who were below our top four, but it suffered when we dialled down the power. The relatively high cost is also problematic.

YeenGreen Adjustable Foam Cannon

At a third of the cost of its competitors, you can clearly see that the plastic components are the source of the savings. The foam wasn’t as thick as the others, but it wasn’t horrible, and it used chemicals at half the pace. The mixing control is notchy. There was a wheel brush included in the packaging, which I found odd. Not great, but it will do for the price.

Which Snow Foam Lance Fits Your Pressure Washer?

Compared to the snow foam cannons available in the past to use in conjunction with a pressure washer, today’s models have advanced greatly. Even if you’ve done your research, it might be difficult to decide which new cannon to buy; for example, many people wonder, “Which snow foam lance suits your pressure washer?” Non-contact removal of larger, coarser bits of contaminants from surfaces before dealing with a wash mitt or equivalent is possible thanks to the central role played by a snow foam cannon in the weekly maintenance wash. The difficulties of obtaining the lance you like the appearance of online but not being 100% sure whether it will work with your pressure washer is just too aggravating, and we want to alleviate that here in our blog.

Find Your Pressure Washer Adapter

In the video included below, UF buddy Joe Huntley uses the M22 fitting and our very own UF Foam Cannon to show how a snow foam lance can be attached to a pressure washer. Ultimate Finish’s UF Foam Cannon, as shown by Joe, is a great alternative for beginners since it produces a flat fan that’s 90 degrees wide and a jet that’s 0 degrees wide. We’re excited to bring you the next-level BigBoi FoamR Pro, equipped with innovative 5-Way Spray pattern technology. Detailed descriptions of both offerings are provided below.

BigBoi FoamR Pro

You may choose from five different spray patterns with the newly developed BigBoi FoamR Pro Snow Foam Lance, which comes in a 1 litre clear container with five-way proprietary technology. You may direct the flow of thick foam in a variety of directions, including a cone, jet, horizontal fan, vertical fan, or down, depending on the kind of cleaning you need to conduct. The brass components of the BigBoi Foam Cannon are of the highest quality, and the huge, reinforced bottle has the BigBoi logo on high-grade hope plastic. With the newly designed broad mouth plastic top, the bottle can be easily screwed on and off and filled with little waste.

High-pressure foam cannon for use in conjunction with a pressure washer
5-way patented spray technology-twist for desired spray pattern
Apply snow foams, shampoos etc
G14″ Quick connector
Control knob to set chemical mixture rate
Spray nozzle twist for desired spray pattern
Toggle feature for turning solution off & rinsing
Big mouth cap for easy filling
Sturdy & comfortable skeleton type nozzle
Extra wide transparent 1 litre soap bottle

UF Foam Cannon

When connected to a pressure washer, the UF Snow Foam Lance produces thick foam in a variety of designs, from a 90-degree broad flat fan to a 0-degree jet. To use the Snow Foam Lance’s clean water for rinsing, just turn the soap control knob counterclockwise to its farthest point. Turning the soap’s dial all the way counterclockwise produces a thick lather that’s great for washing vehicles, motorbikes, and boats. The UF Foam Cannon’s main components are constructed of high-quality brass, while the container is made of thick, durable hope plastic emblazoned with the UF symbol. With the newly designed broad mouth plastic top, the bottle can be easily screwed on and off and filled with little waste.

High-pressure foam cannon for use in conjunction with a pressure washer
Apply snow foams, shampoos etc
Control knob to set chemical mixture rate
Spray nozzle twist for desired spray pattern
Toggle feature for turning solution off & rinsing
Big mouth cap for easy filling
Sturdy & comfortable skeleton type nozzle
1 Litre capacity